What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Turkish Airlines, Delta and United Airlines are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Los Angeles according to our data. Turkish Airlines is the first choice among our users, with 35% of people opting to fly with this airline when traveling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 11 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 22h 02m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl?

Singapore Airlines, Lufthansa, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,068.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 33m.

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 38% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

As of September 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from $1,015 to $1,516. The lowest price recently found on this route was $986.

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Nov 9

LAX10:13 pmLos Angeles

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Nov 10

LAX10:13 pmLos Angeles

27h 57m

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Nov 12

LAX5:45 pmLos Angeles

32h 25m

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CPT6:55 pmCape Town Intl

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Nov 12

LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles

36h 45m

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Nov 9

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36h 45m

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CPT5:15 pmCape Town Intl

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Dec 1

LAX1:05 pmLos Angeles

36h 45m

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Los Angeles and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of February, then departing from Los Angeles during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,186.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as $1,268. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. The most expensive day to fly to Cape Town is Saturday, with ticket prices averaging around $1,547.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to Cape Town is in the afternoon. Flights from Los Angeles to Cape Town during this time can be as low as $1,300. Flights to Cape Town are more costly at noon, with an average ticket price of $1,512. Departure times at noon fall within the peak daily travel times, which is why tickets can be more expensive.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Los Angeles when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around $1,377 when searching weeks out. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Los Angeles for as low as $1,023 on momondo.

How have Los Angeles to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Cape Town flights are approximately 18% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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How far is Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl by plane?
A flight from Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl will travel around 9971.7 mi. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 24h 10m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are updated daily.
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As of September 2025, there are 11 operators available to choose from for flights from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Los Angeles Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Cape Town Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Cape Town Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.
What is the most popular airline from Los Angeles to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for flights between Los Angeles and Cape Town, the leading airline is Turkish Airlines, making up 29% of the total bookings. Other popular airlines include Delta with 27%, United Airlines with 15%, and British Airways with 11%.

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Virgin Atlantic	PriceFrom $808	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 664 reviews	Search Virgin Atlantic flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom $850	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.3 3,965 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Delta	PriceFrom $960	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.9 7,961 reviews	Search Delta flights
KLM	PriceFrom $980	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.8 1,386 reviews	Search KLM flights
United Airlines	PriceFrom $1,039	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 8,926 reviews	Search United Airlines flights
British Airways	PriceFrom $1,042	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.7 7,367 reviews	Search British Airways flights
American Airlines	PriceFrom $1,102	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.2 10,000 reviews	Search American Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,138	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,622 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
SWISS	PriceFrom $1,144	Free Cancellation	Rating 7.6 1,737 reviews	Search SWISS flights
Lufthansa	PriceFrom $1,195	Free Cancellation	Rating 6.8 7,409 reviews	Search Lufthansa flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

If you are unable to visit Cape Town during the month of February, then departing from Los Angeles during the month September is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around $1,186.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

How have Los Angeles to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of September 2025, prices for Los Angeles to Cape Town flights are approximately 18% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl?

Singapore Airlines, Lufthansa, and SWISS are the most popular carriers operating from Los Angeles to Cape Town Intl

What airlines fly to Cape Town?

Which airport is the most popular layover for flights between Los Angeles and Cape Town?

Istanbul (IST) was the most common stop: 38% of momondo users choosing 1-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which layover airport offers the lowest fares from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

Flights via Atlanta (ATL) offer the lowest average round-trip price of $1,068.

Which layover airport has the shortest travel time from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

Flights connecting via Washington, D.C. (IAD) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 22h 02m.

Which layover airport has the shortest connection time from Los Angeles to Cape Town?

Amsterdam (AMS) has the shortest average layover time for this route: 1h 33m.

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